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The Zion Park District in association with the Lindenhurst Park District and Waukegan Park District have formed the Special Recreation Services of Northern Lake County. As an extension of the Park Districts, SRSNLC will provide a diverse range of year round recreational activities to enable the residents with disabilities, of the Zion community, as well as member communities, to experience active, healthy, and playful lifestyles.
Please contact Teresa Hayhurst at the Zion Park District office of the Special Recreation Services of Northern Lake County at 847-746-5500 Ext. 2444, if you have questions, suggestions or would like to get involved as a participant or volunteer.
The Zion Park District’s Special Recreation Services of Northern Lake County office is located at the Zion Park District Shiloh Center, 2600 Emmaus Ave., Zion, IL 60099. The SRSNLC staff provides quality recreation programs and services.
Our programs are open to individuals with any disability.
SRSNLC also participates in the Illinois Special Olympics program. We currently offer the following Special Olympics sports: Basketball, Bowling, Volleyball, Softball and Golf. Our program is dedicated to training and competition, but also teamwork, learning new skills and trying your best.
If you would like to be added to our brochure email list, please contact Teresa Hayhurst at 847-746-5500 x2444 or thayhurst@zionparkdistrict.org.
SRSLNC Meeting Notice Available Here
FIT FUN
Come get your exercise on at the Fitness Studio at the Leisure Center! Please bring water to drink.
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 8/2 | Tues | 12:00 – 1:00pm | 16 & Older | 7/29 |
| 8/16 | Tues | 12:00 – 1:00pm | 16 & Older | 8/12 |
| 9/7 | Wed | 12:00 – 1:00pm | 16 & Older | 9/2 |
| 9/21 | Wed | 12:00 – 1:00pm | 16 & Older | 9/16 |
| 10/5 | Wed | 12:00 – 1:00pm | 16 & Older | 9/30 |
| 10/19 | Wed | 12:00 – 1:00pm | 16 & Older | 10/14 |
| 11/9 | Wed | 12:00 – 1:00pm | 16 & Older | 10/28 |
| 11/16 | Wed | 12:00 – 1:00pm | 16 & Older | 11/11 |
Location: Leisure Center, Lower level Min/Max 2/6
Fees: Resident $5/Daily Non Residents $8/Daily
SRSNLC’s Turkey Twist
Give thanks for the chance to dance! The Turkey Twist is back and it’s better than ever. Join us for dancing, snacks, and a take home craft. Twist your way to Waukegan to enjoy a great evening! (Transportation home is for residence of Zion, Winthrop Harbor & Beach Park only.)
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 11/4 | Fri | 6:00 – 9:00 pm | 8 & Older | 10/17 |
Location: Shiloh Center, Lower Level
Fees: Resident $25 Non-Resident $38
SRSNLC’s Holiday Party
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! SRSNLC would like to invite you to join us in celebrating the Holiday season. Everyone will receive a gift from the staff at SRSNLC, pizza & TONS of dancing!
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 12/9 | Fri | 6:00 – 8:00 pm | 8 & Older | 11/4 |
Location: Shiloh Center, West Room Min/Max: 20/60
Fees: Resident $17 Non-Resident $26
Holiday Lights
‘Tis the season of twinkling lights, great food & friends! We will begin our evening with a nice dinner at Infusino’s in Racine, WI. We will then head to Calendonia, WI. to drive thru the spectacular 1.6 mile light display at Jellystone Park Camp – Resort.
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 12/1 | Thurs | 3:00 – 8:30 pm | 16 & Older | 11/11 |
Location: Shiloh Center, Lower Level
Fees: Resident $40 Non-Resident $60
Pumpkin Farm
Join us as we take a trip to Land of the Giants pumpkin farm in Sturtevant, WI. We will start our day off with lunch at Junction Pub & Grill in Sturtevant, WI. and then head to Land of the Giants pumpkin farm to pick out a pumpkin to take home, find your way through the corn maze, visit the gift shop and more! (Transportation home is for residence of Zion, Winthrop Harbor & Beach Park only.)
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 10/4 | Tues | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | 13 & Older | 9/16 |
Location: Shiloh Center, Lower Level
Fees: Resident $30 Non-Resident $45
Dave & Buster’s
Come have loads of fun at the famous Dave & Buster’s. Fee includes lunch, play card & transportation. Individuals are able to add money to their play cards at their own expense. (Transportation home is for residence of Zion, Winthrop Harbor & Beach Park only.)
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 11/30 | Wed | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | 16 & Older | 11/11 |
Location: Shiloh Center, Lower Level
Fees: Resident $55 Non-Resident $83
LUNCH WITH FRIENDS
Join your friends for a relaxing lunch! A staff member will contact you 1-2 days prior to the program for your lunch order. In the mood for a movie? Sign up for Show Time that begins after Lunch with Friends!
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 8/12 | Fri | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | 16 & Older | 8/5 |
| 9/9 | Fri | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | 16 & Older | 8/29 |
| 10/14 | Fri | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | 16 & Older | 10/3 |
| 11/11 | Fri | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | 16 & Older | 10/28 |
| 12/16 | Fri | 12:00 – 1:00 pm | 16 & Older | 12/5 |
Location: Shiloh Center, East Room Min/Max 2/6
Fees: Resident $15/Daily Non-Resident $21/Daily
SHOW TIME
Come enjoy a movie with your friends from SRSNLC! Popcorn & bottled water will be provided.
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 8/12 | Fri | 1:00 – 3:00 pm | 16 & Older | 8/5 |
| 9/9 | Fri | 1:00 – 3:00 pm | 16 & Older | 8/29 |
| 10/14 | Fri | 1:00 – 3:00 pm | 16 & Older | 10/3 |
| 11/11 | Fri | 1:00 – 3:00 pm | 16 & Older | 10/28 |
| 12/16 | Fri | 1:00 – 3:00 pm | 16 & Older | 12/5 |
Location: Shiloh Center, East Room Min/Max 2/6
Fees: Resident $7/Daily Non-Resident $11/Daily
Wii BOWLING
STRIKE!! Come knock down some pins with your pals at SRSNLC! All players must be knowledgeable with the game to register for the program. Please bring a drink.
*No Wii Bowling 10/6, 10/27 & 11/24
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 9/8 – 12/15 | Thurs | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | 13 & Older | 9/2 |
Location: Shiloh Center, West Room Min/Max 2/6
Fees: Resident $36 Non Residents $54
ARTSY FARTSY
Art helps open & calm the mind. Come and create a masterpiece to take home and decorate your space with. Please bring a drink.
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 8/23 | Tues | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | 13 & Older | 8/12 |
| 9/6 | Tues | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | 13 & Older | 8/22 |
| 11/29 | Tues | 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | 13 & Older | 11/5 |
Location: Shiloh Center, East Room Min/Max 2/6
Fees: Resident $20 Non Residents $30
DENNY’S & MATINEE
Join us for a great breakfast at Denny’s in Gurnee and then after go catch a flick at Gurnee Cinema.
(Transportation home is for residence of Zion, Winthrop Harbor & Beach Park only.)
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 9/23 | Fri | 9:45 am – 3:00 pm | 16 & Older | 9/9 |
| 11/4 | Fri | 9:45 am – 3:00 pm | 16 & Older | 10/21 |
Meet at: Shiloh Center, Lower Level
Fees:Resident $30 Non-Resident $45
Halloween Trail of Treats
Trail of Treats is a family-friendly SPOOKTACULAR funfest! Participants will stay in their vehicle for a Halloween drive-thru experience but are encouraged to dress up and decorate your cars if you like. Families will trick or treat through Shiloh Park starting at the Port Shiloh Pool parking lot on Shiloh Blvd. Each car will drive through multiple trick or treat stops hosted by the Park District, local businesses, and other organizations. Safety precautions will be followed.
| Dates | Day | Time |
| 10/28 | Fri | 4:00 – 6:00 pm |
Location: Shiloh Park
Fees: FREE
Happy Hour & 1/2
Join us for Happy Hour & ½! Talk with friends, play games, go on walks & more. Please bring a drink.
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 8/12 | Wed | 10:00 – 11:30 am | 13 & Older | 8/5 |
| 9/14 | Wed | 10:00 – 11:30 am | 13 & Older | 9/9 |
| 9/28 | Wed | 10:00 – 11:30 am | 13 & Older | 9/23 |
| 10/26 | Wed | 10:00 – 11:30 am | 13 & Older | 10/21 |
| 11/9 | Wed | 10:00 – 11:30 am | 13 & Older | 12/4 |
| 12/14 | Wed | 10:00 – 11:30 am | 13 & Older | 12/9 |
Location: Shiloh Center, East Room Min/Max 2/6
Fees: Resident $5/Daily Non-Resident $8/Daily
Virtual Family Game Night
Want to connect and de-stress while still being able to stay home? Join us for Virtual Family Game Night. Connect with family and friends while playing some great games such as, Trivia, Bingo, Family Feud, and many more. Winners will receive a prize!
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 10/21 | Fri | 5:00 – 6:00 pm | 10 & Older | 10/7 |
Location: VIRTUAL
Fees:Resident $5 Non-Resident $9
Overbooked Virtual Book Club
“Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are.” – Mason Cooley
Have an adventure by reading! The book for this month will be announced in September. Participants can read along or relax and listen as the staff reads. Feel free to get yourself a copy from the library if you want! The last few minutes of book club will be a chance to share and discuss the book!
| Dates | Day | Time | Ages | Reg. Deadline |
| 9/15 & 9/22 | Thurs | 4:30 – 5:15 pm | 10 & Older | 9/9 |
Location: VIRTUAL
Fees:Resident $3 Non-Resident $5
GO ZION
Go Zion is designed to help our community become more healthy and active. The Zion Park District has partnered with the Lake CountyHealth Department on a county wide initiative to improve the health of Lake County residents. Live Well Lake County is promoting the simple act of walking, 30 minutes a day, as a means to improve health. Join us and your neighbors in walking your way to better health! This walk is a FREE family event. Strollers are welcome. No pets please.
8/6 – GO ZION, Hermon Park, 9:00am
9/10 – GO ZION, Leisure Center, 9:00am
To see More SRSNLC programming options please visit:
Lindenhurst Park District: www.lindenhurstparks.org
Waukegan Park District: www.waukeganparks.org
